2008 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
